Water Hardness and Quality in Pocklington Provincial
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Pocklington Provincial (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Pocklington Provincial has hard water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
Total Hardness
Guideline: 150+ mg/l is considered hard
280.94mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
36.35mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.09µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Pocklington Provincial
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
280.94mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Pocklington Provincial has hard water at 280.94 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Pocklington Provincial (East Riding of Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Pocklington Provincial?▾
Yes, Pocklington Provincial has hard water at 280.94 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Pocklington Provincial tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Pocklington Provincial is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Yorkshire Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Pocklington Provincial?▾
The water hardness in Pocklington Provincial is 280.94 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pocklington Provincial?▾
Water in Pocklington Provincial is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works.